Guinea-Bissau Passport Ranking: Visa-Free Countries and Visa Requirements

Guinea-BissauThis country’s passport is ranked No. 161 globally.Last check:Last update:
Mobility Score57

How Do We Rank It?

passportreports.com's AI-supported ranking model ranks passports by mobility score, a metric that combines visa-free entry, visa on arrival, and electronic travel authorization access. When scores are tied, it first compares the number of visa-free destinations, then destinations accessible with electronic travel authorization, and finally visa-on-arrival destinations. Review the algorithm used in our methodology.

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Passport Mobility Over Time

Annual Mobility Score and global ranking history for this passport.

Mobility History Table
YearMobility ScoreGlobal Rank
202051131
202154146
202263153
202363156
202461152
202560151
202657161
Population
2,297,808(2026 est.)
Official language
Portuguese
Government type
Semi-presidential republic
Continent
Africa
Capital
Bissau
Currency
West African CFA franc
Area
36,125 km²
Phone code
+245

Guinea-Bissau: Other Rankings

Welcoming rankWelcoming Countries
13th out of 199 countries
Within-Language RankingPortuguese
10th out of 10 countries
Form-of-Government RankingSemi-Presidential Republic
14th out of 16 countries
Currency RankingWest African CFA Franc
8th out of 8 countries
Organisation of Islamic Cooperation RankingOrganisation of Islamic Cooperation Countries
43rd out of 57 countries
African Union RankingAfrican Union Countries
42nd out of 54 countries
G77 RankingG77 Countries
107th out of 132 countries

Key Destination Access

USARequired

A valid visa is required before travel.

United KingdomRequired

A valid visa is required before travel.

CanadaRequired

A valid visa is required before travel.

Schengen AreaRequired

A valid visa is required before travel.

About Guinea-Bissau

Guinea-Bissau is located on West Africa's Atlantic coast, a small nation of low-lying plains and river estuaries. The country is part of the Upper Guinea region, known for its mangrove forests and tropical climate. Its geography includes the Bijagós Archipelago, a group of islands with rich biodiversity. The landscape is shaped by the Casamance River system and seasonal rainfall cycles.

Life in Guinea-Bissau revolves around agriculture, fishing, and small-scale trade in bustling markets. The capital, Bissau, offers a mix of colonial-era architecture and lively street commerce. Music and dance are central to social life, with genres like gumbe and kussundé reflecting local traditions. While infrastructure can be challenging, communities maintain strong ties and a relaxed pace of daily existence.

Internationally, Guinea-Bissau has faced periods of political instability but remains an active member of regional organizations. It participates in the Economic Community of West African States and the Community of Portuguese Language Countries. The country's strategic position along the Atlantic coast influences its diplomatic and economic engagements. Despite global shifts, Guinea-Bissau continues to navigate its path with resilience and a focus on regional cooperation.